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TrainLocal, one-way ticket
70%Trains in Cape Town are 70% cheaper than in Sydney.
SydneyR 57.46
Cape TownR 20.00
MealMid-priced restaurant
40%A meal in Cape Town is 40% cheaper than a meal in Sydney.
SydneyR 287.30
Cape TownR 180.00
TaxiStandard daytime start rate
70%A taxi fare in Cape Town is 70% cheaper than in Sydney.
SydneyR 91.94
Cape TownR 25.00
CoffeeRegular cappuccino
38%Coffee in Cape Town is 38% cheaper than in Sydney.
SydneyR 58.79
Cape TownR 36.32
Distance: 11010 kms
Sydney airports
Sydney Airport (Kingsford Smith Airport) (SYD)How far from city centre: 8 kms
Cape Town airports
Cape Town International Airport (CPT)How far from city centre: 18 kms

Useful Information for Flights from Sydney to Cape Town

Planning a trip from Sydney to Cape Town? Flights to Cape Town from Sydney are readily available through eDreams. Beyond booking your flights to Cape Town from Sydney, we also offer various hotel options and car hire services to make your travel experience seamless.

Time Difference Between Sydney and Cape Town

Sydney is 9 hours ahead of Cape Town. Please remember to account for any Daylight Savings Time changes, as these can affect the time difference. Check the current Daylight Saving Time status for both cities to ensure you have the correct local time.

Best Time to Fly to Cape Town

Cape Town boasts a Mediterranean climate with warm, dry summers and cool, wet winters. The best time for flights to Cape Town from Sydney for beach holidays is during the peak summer months from December to February. Temperatures during these months average between 20°C and 26°C. Autumn (March to May) and spring (September to November) offer pleasant weather ideal for outdoor activities like hiking with average temperatures around 17°C. Winter (June-August) experiences cooler temperatures between 8°C and 17°C and is the best time for whale watching. Book your flights to Cape Town with eDreams today.

Sydney Airports

Sydney is served by one primary airport for passengers travelling to Cape Town: Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD). Booking your flights to Cape Town from Sydney with eDreams is easy.

Airport Information

Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD)

Located about 8km south of Sydney city centre, in the suburb of Mascot, SYD is the busiest airport in Australia and a major hub for many airlines. It has three terminals: Terminal 1 for international flights, and Terminals 2 & 3 for domestic flights. Catching a flight to Cape Town from Sydney? Book with eDreams.

Main Airlines for this Route

Here are three airlines that frequently offer flights from Sydney to Cape Town:

  • Qantas
  • Virgin Australia
  • Emirates

Cape Town Airports

Cape Town is served by Cape Town International Airport (CPT), the main passenger airport in the city. If you're planning flights to Cape Town from Sydney, this is likely where you'll arrive.

Airport Information

Cape Town International Airport (CPT)

Cape Town International Airport offers various facilities including duty-free shops, restaurants, premium lounges, a medical service, a pharmacy and baby changing facilities, prayer rooms, banking services and ATMs, free wi-fi, and car rental services.

From the airport to the city centre, you can take a taxi from the designated ranks outside the terminal. Taxis are metered and available 24/7. Pre-booked transfers and ride-hailing services are also available. Although there is no public transport service from the Airport, eDreams offers competitive car rental prices and various options for car hire that will help you reach the city centre easily and explore surroundings at your own pace if you are booking flights to Cape Town from Sydney with us.

What to Do and See in Cape Town

Planning your flights to Cape Town from Sydney? Get ready for an unforgettable adventure! Cape Town offers a vibrant mix of nature, culture, and history. Here are a few must-do activities:

  • Table Mountain: Ascend this iconic landmark by cable car or hike to the top for breathtaking panoramic views of the city, coastline, and surrounding mountains.
  • Cape Point: Explore the Cape Point Nature Reserve, where the Atlantic and Indian Oceans meet (not really, but it's a beautiful spot nonetheless!). Hike to the historic lighthouse or take the funicular for stunning views.
  • Boulders Beach: Visit the adorable African penguin colony at Boulders Beach. Take a dip in the clear waters or relax on the sandy shores alongside these charming creatures.

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Frequently asked questions about flights from Sydney to Cape Town

What are the benefits of booking flexible flight tickets?
Using the flexible flight ticket, you're guaranteed a refund or a rebooking option (without fees) in case of flight cancellations when travelling to South Africa. At eDreams have you covered!
For flights from Sydney to Cape Town, how can I find the cheapest price?
The cheapest price for a flight from Sydney to Cape Town is R11414. At eDreams we use different machine learned based methodologies to find our costumers the best option available, considering airline combinations, stopovers and direct flights as well as different criteria for inbound and outbound journeys.
Is Cape Town more expensive than Sydney to visit?

Looking at cab fares, a ride in Cape Town costs an average of 25.00 ZAR , 73% cheaper than Sydney, with a fare of 91.94 ZAR,

while train tickets cost 65% less at Cape Town: $ 20.00 ZAR versus $ 57.46 ZAR at Sydney.

Comparing the price of a meal, they range from 180.00 ZAR euros in Cape Town, 37% less than the 287.30 ZAR euros in Sydney.

The price of the coffee is around 38% cheaper in Cape Town, with an average of 36.32 ZAR, while in Sydney the coffee costs 58.79 ZAR.

How is the weather in Cape Town compared to Sydney?
While in Sydney the temperatures can reach an average of 36.63 ºC in summer, with precipitation levels up to 9 mm ,Cape Town's temperatures can go up to 28.98 ºC during the hot season, with 9 mm average of rain rate . In winter, however, weather indicators show around 4.54 ºC in Cape Town, compared to the 2.8 ºC average degrees reported in Sydney. During the winter period, Sydney can register 3 mm precipitation, while Cape Town have an average of 12 mm rain level.
Which airports have flights between Sydney and Cape Town?

The main route from Sydney to Cape Town is: Sydney Airport (Kingsford Smith Airport) (SYD) to Cape Town International Airport (CPT). The following airlines fly this route:

Singapore Airlines.

Qantas Airways.

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